1
as in collapsed
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
there was concern that the dam would go out under the force of the flood waters
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as in mixed
to take part in social activities
she enjoys going out on weekends, but during the week she's a homebody
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Recent Examples of gone out
Even before the expedition reached land, Islanders had gone out to the ships, paddling canoes or reed bundles, or just swimming, unafraid and unarmed.
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Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
More than 12,000 boxes have already gone out the door.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
In a video shown at the event, Furmencio Quiroz recalled leaving with his family, his children fearful because the power had gone out, thinking they would be gone for a short time, but eventually returning to their home reduced to ashes.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Avoiding window treatment trends that have gone out of fashion is certainly part of the equation, but starting off on the right foot is just as imperative.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Shapiro, meanwhile, keeps a busy public schedule, and has gone out of his way to appear at high-profile, non-political events like football games, a NASCAR race and onstage at a Roots concert in Philadelphia.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The light, indeed, has gone out.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Sherfield has gone out of his way to take Bryant under his wing in part because Bryant was a college teammate of Caleb Griffin, who grew up in Sherfield’s hometown of Danville, Illinois.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
Historically, Social Security checks have gone out on time during all 20 shutdowns since 1976.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
More than 12,000 boxes have already gone out the door.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
In a video shown at the event, Furmencio Quiroz recalled leaving with his family, his children fearful because the power had gone out, thinking they would be gone for a short time, but eventually returning to their home reduced to ashes.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Avoiding window treatment trends that have gone out of fashion is certainly part of the equation, but starting off on the right foot is just as imperative.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Shapiro, meanwhile, keeps a busy public schedule, and has gone out of his way to appear at high-profile, non-political events like football games, a NASCAR race and onstage at a Roots concert in Philadelphia.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The light, indeed, has gone out.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Sherfield has gone out of his way to take Bryant under his wing in part because Bryant was a college teammate of Caleb Griffin, who grew up in Sherfield’s hometown of Danville, Illinois.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
Historically, Social Security checks have gone out on time during all 20 shutdowns since 1976.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gone out
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Photo by Anne Arundel County Fire Department In Harford County, crews rescued four cows, a bull and a horse after a barn collapsed.—
Mike Hellgren,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Sutton said Minneapolis policing has collapsed since the 2020 unrest, noting the city is authorized for about 900 officers but now has roughly 550, with only around 265 patrol officers available to police the entire city.—
Stepheny Price , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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In a redraft league, incoming rookies are mixed in with the entire draft pool.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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But the stock’s performance after those reports has been mixed, falling on seven occasions.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2026
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That era of the hip-hop mogul is largely gone.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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Few in Nottingham wanted Steve Cooper gone, but hiring Nuno proved wise.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Schroeder and Pepper note that while girls are often socialized to name feelings, seek help, and build collaborative relationships, boys receive far fewer tools for navigating stress, conflict, and uncertainty.—
Dr. Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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According to the Encyclopedia of Arkansas, Guy supported her family by farming and socialized with the white families of the county.—
BROOKE GREENBERG,
Arkansas Online,
18 Jan. 2026
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As Jenkins slowly stepped out wearing an off-the-shoulder gown from Lillian Ruth Bride, custom-altered by Jordyn White and styled by Nupt Styling, everyone gasped and clapped.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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Taylor stepped out yesterday evening for the New York premiere of The Rip, wearing a sheer black dress with an ultra-high neckline and mask-like sheath across her face by Ashi Studio.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Gone out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gone%20out. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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